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Shehbaz Revives Prime Minister’s Health Card for Islamabad, AJK and GB

Officials say the relaunch targets nearly 10 million people with independent audits to ensure delivery.

Overview

  • Around 70 hospitals are being empanelled across the three regions, including 20 additional facilities in Islamabad.
  • Cardholders from Islamabad, AJK and GB can also access treatment at 16 designated hospitals in Karachi.
  • Services will be provided free of charge at the point of care through a cashless system, according to Health Minister Mustafa Kamal.
  • Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called for third‑party monitoring and pledged personal oversight through visits and inspections with regional leaders.
  • Sindh remains outside the scheme for now, with a Rs24 billion, two‑year proposal for 10 districts set for discussion with the provincial chief minister.